Spitfire: the One - Couverture rigide

Kaplan, Philip

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0955706106 ISBN 13 : 9780955706103

Editeur : Peter Livanos and Philip Kaplan, 2008

Synopsis

Someone once wrote: "The Spitfire is as much a British national hero as Wellington, Nelson or Montgomery. It has become the recognisable icon of the Second World War for several generations of Britons. From the throaty growl of its Rolls-Royce Merlin or Griffon engine to its beautifully tapered elliptical wings, the Spitfire is a true aeronautical thoroughbred. Regarded by many as the saviour of the nation 'in its darkest hour', the Spitfire is without doubt the most famous combat aircraft ever produced in Britain and probably anywhere else.""Spitfire: The One", the new title from Philip Kaplan, leading author of many books on aviation, military and naval history, is a result of his collaboration with shipping magnate, Peter Livanos, himself a collector of classic aircraft. It is centred on Livanos' Spitfire, the only airworthy Mk I in the world, and its restoration.This heavily illustrated new book presents the Spitfire as an aircraft type in an attractive, colourful format. Like the restoration itself, nothing has been spared in producing an unusually handsome book to celebrate all aspects of the Spitfire legend and the Livanos example of it.Of the many books that have been written about the Spitfire, relatively few might be considered appropriate tributes to the fighter which, along with its partner the Hawker Hurricane, saved Britain from Nazi invasion, changing the course of the Second World War. "Spitfire: The One" joins those special few in bringing a unique look at R.J. Mitchell's lovely, deadly creation.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This book is the result of the authors collaboration with shipping magnate, Peter Livanos, a collector of classic aircraft. It is centred on Livanos' Spitfire, the famous AR213, the only airworthy MkI in the world, and its resotration.This heavily illustrated publication presents the Spitfire in an attractive, beautifully photographed and colourful format. Like the restoration itself, nothing has been spared in producing an unusually handsome book to celebrate all aspects of the Spitfire legend and the Livanos example of it.

Revue de presse

'Sumptuous biography - this is the ultimate guide to the most iconic warplane ever made - stunning photographs' --Loop Magazine

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Peter Livanos and Philip Kaplan
• Date d'édition: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0955706106
• ISBN 13: 9780955706103
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 224
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible